Video games aren't the enemy of kids' mental health – ignoring them is | Opinion

The charity director for Safe In Our World argues that video games are often blamed for young people's anxiety, isolation and poor sleep, while research shows the picture is far from black and white. Games can be a lifeline for socially anxious kids, a coping tool for those with ADHD, and a rare space where isolated teens feel capable and accepted. What separates a healthy gaming experience from a harmful one is usually context, not the game itself, and parents should approach it with curiosity rather than blanket bans.